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South Africa: Joburg Bangla Tigers Claim Zim Afro T10 Title

[ad_1] JOBURG Bangla Tigers have been crowned the 2024 Zim Afro T10 champions after they defeated Cape Town Samp Army off the very last delivery by just five runs in a thrilling final at Harare Sports Club last night. Samp Army won the toss and put Tigers in to bat. […]

todayOctober 2, 2024

Entertainment

Zimbabwe: Bira Rembira Makes History

[ad_1] The inaugural "Bira Rembira" festival which was held at Gwanzura Stadium in Highfield, Harare, lived to its billing as lined-up acts delivered spectacular performances. The event, which started on Friday afternoon, had schoolchildren taking to the stage to showcase their talent. Mbira players from Mt Pleasant High School, Domboramwari […]

todayOctober 2, 2024

Africa

Africa: Washington – Ministerial Meeting of Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh Welcomes Role of Africa Focus Group, Co-Chaired By Morocco

[ad_1] Washington — The ministerial meeting commemorating the 10th anniversary of the creation of the Global Coalition to Defeat Daesh issued, Monday in Washington, a communiqué reaffirming the importance of the "Africa Focus Group" in the fight against terrorism in Africa. Co-chaired by Morocco, Saudi Arabia, the United States, and […]

todayOctober 1, 2024

Africa

Africa: How Vaccines and Rapid Diagnosis Can Help Eradicate Meningitis

[ad_1] We've shown meningitis can be eliminated. Let's do it. It is a deadly disease linked to high temperatures, airborne dust and overcrowded living conditions – some of the very conditions that climate change threatens to exacerbate. It caused an estimated 250,000 deaths in 2019, ranks among the top killers of young children and can […]

todayOctober 1, 2024

Africa

Africa: 1.3 Million Future Deaths Prevented By Gavi-Supported Vaccines in 2023

[ad_1] Geneva — In the time it takes you to read this press release, Gavi-supported vaccination programmes will have saved 6 lives 2023 saw the Vaccine Alliance massively step up its HPV vaccination programme, with more girls protected than in the entire preceding decade More than ever, countries are contributing […]

todayOctober 1, 2024

Africa

Africa: Why Pay Tax? African Study Finds Trust in Government Is Key

[ad_1] Taxes are important. They're a primary way in which governments fund essential services like healthcare, education, infrastructure and social protection programmes. They are vital to the economic development of countries. In sub-Saharan African countries, the need for public services is great and fiscal resources are often scarce. Getting the […]

todayOctober 1, 2024

News

Rwanda: World Mourns Mutombo – Reactions and Tributes

[ad_1] NBA Global Ambassador and Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo passed away at the age of 58 on Monday. Not only was Mutombo a star on the court, he was also a memorable figure for both his humanitarian work and his unique personality. He moved to the United States when […]

todayOctober 1, 2024

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